DSSSB LDC Typing Test Preparation
Quick answer: The DSSSB LDC/Junior Assistant typing test runs 10 minutes at 35 WPM English (10,500 KDPH) or 30 WPM Hindi (9,000 KDPH). It's one of the few notices that states speed in both units, letting you double-check your own practice results against the official figures.
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| Test duration | 10 minutes. |
|---|---|
| English target | 35 WPM, equivalent to 10,500 key depressions per hour. |
| Hindi target | 30 WPM, equivalent to 9,000 key depressions per hour, in Mangal Inscript, Mangal Remington, or Kruti Dev 010. |
| Scoring rule | Net WPM after full and half mistakes — this site's standard practice scoring model. |
| Editing | Backspace is allowed in this practice profile. |
10-minute test. English 35 WPM (10,500 KDPH) / Hindi 30 WPM (9,000 KDPH). Standard net-WPM scoring. Backspace allowed. Confirm the current official notification before your exam.
Understanding the WPM-to-KDPH conversion
DSSSB is one of the few notices that states both units, which lets you check the conversion yourself: WPM × 5 keystrokes per word × 60 minutes = KDPH. For English, 35 × 300 = 10,500 KDPH, exactly what the notice states. For Hindi, 30 × 300 = 9,000 KDPH — also matches. If your practice result ever shows a KDPH figure that doesn't reduce to your WPM this way, double-check which measurement you're actually looking at.
What to practise first
Since backspace is allowed here, you have more room to self-correct than in exams with locked editing — but that's not licence to type carelessly. Fixing mistakes costs time you'd otherwise put toward speed.
- Choose your section (English or Hindi) and Hindi layout, and stick with it through practice.
- Run a five-minute session and track both your net WPM and how often you use backspace.
- If you're relying on backspace heavily, slow down slightly to reduce first-pass mistakes instead.
- Finish with a full 10-minute attempt and compare your net WPM against 35 (English) or 30 (Hindi).
A practical 10-day preparation plan
| Days 1–2 | 20 minutes daily: layout warm-up, tracking net WPM against the 35,000/9,000 KDPH targets. |
|---|---|
| Days 3–5 | 25 minutes daily: two 5-minute passages, reviewing every repeated mistake afterward. |
| Days 6–8 | 25 minutes daily: one full 10-minute attempt, plus a short drill on your weakest words. |
| Days 9–10 | One calm full attempt, then light revision only — no new layouts this close to the exam. |
How to use the free DSSSB LDC simulator
Open the DSSSB LDC typing test page, choose your section and layout, and run the 10-minute format. After each attempt, check your net WPM against 35 (English) or 30 (Hindi) — and use the KDPH conversion above to cross-check if the official notice quotes key depressions instead.
Exam habit: Since backspace is allowed, resist the urge to over-correct every small slip — a steady flow with occasional fixes beats constantly stopping to backspace.
Common reasons candidates miss the standard
- Confusing WPM and KDPH targets and misjudging their own pace as a result.
- Over-relying on backspace and losing time that could have gone toward speed.
- Switching between Hindi layouts in the final week.
- Not confirming the current DSSSB notice's exact section and duration before the exam.
Frequently asked questions
What speed is required for the DSSSB LDC typing test?
35 WPM in English (10,500 KDPH) or 30 WPM in Hindi (9,000 KDPH), in a 10-minute test.
How do I convert WPM to KDPH for DSSSB?
WPM × 5 keystrokes per word × 60 minutes = KDPH. So 35 WPM × 300 = 10,500 KDPH, and 30 WPM × 300 = 9,000 KDPH.
Is backspace allowed in the DSSSB LDC typing test?
Yes, backspace is allowed in this practice profile.
Is there a Windows app for this typing test?
Yes — the same practice engine also runs as a native Windows app on the Microsoft Store. It works offline and bundles all three Hindi layouts. One paid key unlocks the full test bank on both the website and the app.
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